BALI

Bali, Indonesia. I’ll say it again, Bali, Indonesia. If you’re like most, pictures of tropical beaches, serene beauty or Balinese art probably flashed in your mind at the mere mention of the Indonesian province. Personally, I’ve pictured myself there a million times; of course I’m wearing a long white dress and…well, that’s another topic. Among its sandy shores, sits a plethora of four- and five-star hotels that equally compare in beauty and tranquility. Naturally, when we learned the Capella Hotel Group was opening a second property there in September, we were eager to see how the resort would compare to its competitors.... Read More

Designer Philippe Stark's brilliant vision is heading to Indonesia. A private village of 12 limited edition villas with signature glass facades by artist JonOne and designed by Stark is due to begin breaking ground in 2013. Set in the Petitenget neighborhood of Seminyak, Bali, The Stairs Villa Hotel will be the first Stark designed project in the country. Inspired by a vision of vibrant streets across the world coming together in a monolithic 65-foot-wide stairway, the property will include a café patisserie, restaurant, bar lounge, boutique, mezzanine biblioth?que, signature spa, and workout facilities. "The Stairs, without a doubt, shall become the boiling bucket of energy, activity and intelligence of Bali, and perhaps more," describes Philippe Starck, the brainchild behind the design... Read More

Bali has been called the island of the gods—and for good reason. The moment you set foot on this balmy Indonesian island you are enveloped in an aura unique to this place. The ubiquitous temples and sculptures, dressed in black and white checkered cloth, remind passersby of the balance between good and evil; offerings of flowers, rice and incense are placed at every doorway and threshold to appease the represented deities. Women in sarongs poise baskets on their heads, as motorcycles dart about like fireflies, flirting with the mass of vehicles, all in a congested contest to get to their respective destinations.... Read More

Skip the lines and avoid the crowds at typical vacation destinations and book an Alila Manggis villa for all the luxuries of a large resort, with the privacy and peacefulness you crave. Nestled in a coconut grove between clear blue ocean water and Mount Agung, Bali’s most sacred mountain, Alila Manggis is a secluded retreat of tranquility on the unspoiled Eastern coast.... Read More

If you're looking for an exotic vacation that lets you get away from it all, but don't want to go without the luxury of modern conveniences, Alila Ubud in Bali is the perfect place. Overlooking the Ayung River valley in Bali’s central foothills, in the traditional Balinese village of Payangan, Alila Ubud Villas provide opulent accommodations far away from everyday life.... Read More

Perched up high on limestone cliffs that stretch down to the sea below, Bali's Alila Villas Uluwatu is the ultimate place to get away, relax and rejuvenate. These exquisite villas are anything but ordinary with sweeping views of the ocean and luxurious features and amenities.... Read More

With so many luxury resorts in Bali, figuring out which one to choose can be difficult. They're mostly all going to come with modern and spacious room accommodations, a full-service spa, and fine dining menus full of authentic dishes. So why not look for something a little more memorable and find a place with one of the best hotel pools in the area?... Read More

Some of the world’s best luxury villas are located in Bali, Indonesia, and Villa Adasa in the fashionable and luxurious Seminyak Beach, is certainly holding its own against the competition. The ultra-exclusive Laksmana Villas Residential Estate is home to this quiet retreat, just steps from white sand beaches and the Indian Ocean, as well as many of the best restaurants, spas, hotels, and nightlife in the area.... Read More

W Retreat & Spa Bali Seminyak is a luxury resort that channels the mysticism of the East as well as Indonesia’s rich cultural heritage. Although visitors to the W Treat Bali Seminyak resort have a range of suites to choose from, the E-Wow Suite by AB Concept, featuring three bedrooms, dining room, living room, and private pool in a villa retreat is one of the resort’s top choices.... Read More

Our executive car winds its way along a narrow lane, which zig-zags through a tiny town centre into lush paddy fields. In the distance, my husband and I can see a towering volcano, which we are following in order to get to our corner of paradise. We're heading to Alila Soori, a Bali luxury hotel, for our honeymoon. Two weeks of sun, sand and relaxation will ensue now that the year of wedding planning is over. Alila Soori is only about an hour from Ngurah Rai International Airport, but after almost 24 hours of travel from the UK, we are more than pleased to reach our stunning one-bedroom pool villa. Although we are both shattered from the journey, we're still excited enough to want to explore. Our home... Read More

Some say "Live easy in the summertime." Others say "Party like you never have before." Join the jet set on a Champagne-powered, high-fashion roundup of the most exclusive day parties of 2011.... Read More

Travel Specials: Who can resist a dark chocolate bunny or a colorful row of marshmallow peeps? Escape from the Jelly Belly and those sugary Easter basket temptations by stealing away to COMO Shambhala Estate in Bali for a wholesome, healthful, three-night retreat.... Read More

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